The Orthodox Messenger
Vol. III, No. 48 – Sunday, November 28, 2004

Ecumenical Patriarchate + Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America + Metropolis of Atlanta

13460 Olympic Village Lane, Brooksville, FL -  (352) 796-8482

Website: http://orthodoxhernandocountyfl.org

ST. KATHERINE LADIES SOCIETY ESTABLISHED!

 

ollowing the decision of the General Assembly on November 14, authorizing the establishment of a women’s organization for our Christ the Savior Church, a meeting was held after Church on Sunday, November 21 following a light lunch.

    It was decided to call the organization by the name of “Ladies Society.” Several Saints names were then proposed, and the majority of the ladies present voted for the name of  “St. Katherine.” Henceforth, the organization will be called the “St. Katherine Ladies Society of Christ the Savior Greek Orthodox Church.” The feast day of St. Katherine is observed annually by the Church on November 25. It was decided that the annual Feast Day of the St. Katherine Ladies Society will be observed each year on the Sunday before November 25.

   Elected the first officers of the St. Katherine Ladies Society were the following:

                                                President: Emily Thomas

                                                Vice President: Presbytera Emily Harakas

                                                Treasurer: Cathy Lemonedes

                                                Secretary: Stacy Underwood

   The following were chosen to serve as board members: Nanka Kastelan, Connie Mourgides, Helen Nicolelis, Dee Nikas and Harriet Pasisis; Venice Cosmadelis (alternate).

   It was decided to extend an invitation to Dee Nicholaou, President of the Metropolis of Atlanta Philoptohos to come and address the Ladies Society. It was also decided that the St. Katherine Ladies Society would meet on the 2nd Sunday of each month. Congratulations!

   In attendance were: Betty Frangos, Presbytera Emily Harakas, Ruby Hazivasilis, Janice Jabbour, Fran Mather, Connie Mourgides,  Helen Nicolelis, Dee Nikas, Harriet Pasisis, Betty Roussos, Emily Thomas, Elaine Underwood, Stacy Underwood, Helen Vangel.

 

Service hours: Sundays and Feast days: Orthros at 9:30 am; Divine Liturgy at 10:00 am.

Saints: Stephen the Younger and those martyred with him, Andrew, Peter & Anna (+767); Martyr Eirenarchos and the seven holy women with him (+303); 15 Martyrs of Tiberiopolis of Cilicia; Theodore, Archbishop of Rostov; Metropolitan Seraphim of Chichagov;

The 13th Sunday of Luke

Dismissal Hymn of the Resurrection - 1st  Tone

   (Sing in Greek before the Entrance) ("Tou lithou sfragisthenos").Hymnal,  80-81.

   (Sing in English after the Entrance) ("The stone was sealed"). (Same)

Dismissal Hymn of St. Stephen the Younger

   (Read) O blessed Stephen, / your training in ascetical living / on the mountain / and the power of the Cross / made you capable / of routing your spiritual enemies. / By your courage in battle / and your strong faith, / you defeated your enemy. / For both these reasons, / God has crowned you with immortal life, / O martyr among the saints, / Stephen, / worthy of all praise!

Dismissal Hymn of the Presentation of Christ (See sheet in the pew).

Kontakion of the Preparation for Christmas

   The Leaders sing “E Parthenos semeron, ton proaionion logon”

   (Read) Today the Virgin is on her way / to the cave / where she will give birth / to the Eternal Word of God / in an indescribable manner. / Rejoice therefore, O Universe / when you hear this news, / and glorify with the angels and the shepherds, / Him who shall appear as a new Child / being God from all eternity.

Return to a page 26 for “Holy God” and for the Epistle and Gospel Readings

EPISTLE – Ephesians 5:8-19 (26th Sunday)

alk as children of light (for the fruit of light is found in all that is good and right and true), and try to learn what is pleasing to the Lord. Take no part in the unfruitful works of darkness, but instead expose them. For it is a shame even to speak of the things that they do in secret; but when anything is exposed by the light it becomes visible, for anything that becomes visible is light. Therefore it is said, "Awake, O sleeper, and arise from the dead, and Christ shall give you light." Look carefully then how you walk, not as unwise men but as wise, making the most of the time, because the days are evil. Therefore do not be foolish, but understand what the will of the Lord is. And do not get drunk with wine, for that is debauchery; but be filled with the Spirit, addressing one another in psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, singing and making melody to the Lord with all your heart.

GOSPEL – Luke 18:18-27 (13th Sunday)

t that time, a ruler came to Jesus and asked him, "Good Teacher, what shall I do to inherit eternal life?" And Jesus said to him, "Why do you call me good? No one is good but God alone. You know the commandments: 'Do not commit adultery, Do not kill, Do not steal, Do not bear false witness, Honor your father and mother.' " And he said, "All these I have observed from my youth." And when Jesus heard it, he said to him, "One thing you still lack. Sell all that you have and distribute it to the poor, and you will have treasure in heaven; and come, follow me." But when he heard this he became sad, for he was very rich. Jesus looking at him said, "How hard it is for those who have riches to enter the kingdom of God! For it is easier for a camel to go through the eye of a needle than for a rich man to enter the kingdom of God." Those who heard it said, "Then who can be saved?" But he said, "What is impossible with men is possible with God."

   METROPOLITAN ANTHONY OF SAN FRANCISCO: We have informed by our Archdiocese that Metropolitan Anthony of San Francisco was admitted to the University of California Davis Medical Center in Sacramento, CA on Thursday, November 18, with a diagnosis of Burkitt's lymphoma, a malignancy of the lymph nodes. The Metropolitan is undergoing intensive treatment.  His response thus far has been favorable.  His condition will require continued evaluation and treatments. We ask all our Christ the Savior Stewards and Friends to pray for His Eminence’s well-being.

   FOR THE RECORD: Sunday, November 21, 2004: Attendance 60; Offering $87; Candles $46; Hospitality $8; Dino Adamis Philanthropic Fund $20. Many thanks to all!

  THE THANKSGIVING FOOD DISTRIBUTION by our church took place this past Tuesday. We wish to thank all of the parishioners who donated food to the Food Pantry. Involved in preparing and delivering the food to the families and children we assist were Alex George, Sam Jabbour, Nikolai Kastelan, Spiro Lemonedes, Steve Mourgides, George Nikas, Mike Triantafilon, John Tsausis. May the Lord bless you all!

   HOSPITALIZED at Shands Memorial Hospital of the University of Florida in Gainesville, Theona Hatzi. We pray for her rapid recovery!

   PAVE IT! DRIVE Contributions so far: $7077. Still Needed: $541. Can you help?

  SACRAMENT OF HOLY CONFESSION: Saturday, December 4, 3-5 p.m.; Saturday, December 18, 3-5 p.m.; and Wednesday, December 22, 7-9 p.m.  Also, by appointment. Call Fr. Stanley at 688-2382.

   PROSFORON BAKERS: Patricia Lilore 11/25 (Thanksgiving); Fran Mather 11/28; Helen Nicolelis 12/5; Fran Triantafilon 12/6 (St. Nicholas); Presbytera Emily Harakas 12/12 (St. Spyridon); George Nikas 12/19; Connie Mourgides 12/24 (Christmas); Gloria Vardakis 12/26; Bette Ferriero (New Year) 1/1/05; Argyris & Carol Gymnaos 1/2/05. George Nikas is Chair, 597-1375.

   P.E.P.-1 will be held this coming Friday, December 3. We will continue our study of the Gospel of John. Plan to attend!  Mark your calendar.

  CANDIDATES FOR MISSION COUNCIL ELECTIONS are Maria Angeliades, Seraphim Ferriero, George Nikas, Constantine Pappas, Dorothy Triantafilon and Gloria Vardakis. The Election will take place on December 12, 2004 after Church. Plan to attend Church and vote!

  THE ANNUAL GREEK PASTRY SALE was held on Friday and Saturday, November 19 and 20, at the Walmart on Commercial Way. Emily Thomas and Carol Gymnaos chaired the event, with help from many parishioners. The total amount earned is $773.65. Walmart is expected to add to the total earned at the Bake Sale, which supports the philanthropic work of Christ the Savior Church. Betty Roussos is Chair of the Mission Council Fund Raising Committee. Next week we will acknowledge those who assisted in the sale.

          WE ARE STILL COLLECTING NEWSPAPERS! BRING YOURS!

  CARPETING IS NEEDED for the temporary church which is rapidly moving toward completion. We are targeting December 19 for the first Liturgy there. If you would like to donate some carpeting, please speak to Council President Paul Cosmadelis.

 

CHRIST THE SAVIOR

GREEK ORTHODOX CHURCH

P.O. BOX 5566

SPRING HILL, FL 34611

“A Pan-Orthodox Christian Community”

Next Sunday!. . . .

 

 

DECEMBER 5, 2004

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